I provide materials that dig into the key areas of learning for the OCR GCSE specification with my area of expertise focused on questions typical of the OCR GCSE Music listening exam and building upon the theories and research behind effective revision techniques.
I provide materials that dig into the key areas of learning for the OCR GCSE specification with my area of expertise focused on questions typical of the OCR GCSE Music listening exam and building upon the theories and research behind effective revision techniques.
This Recall Guide goes through the features of the style and common questions asked about that specific genre. It starts with a full knowledge organiser and then removes key information to encourage young people to employ revision/recall skills as well as developing independence. Having activities for learns to complete ensures they are actively engaged in the musical details and building their working memory.
This resource allows students to revise key topics and the opportunity for parents to engage in revision support; a plea I have had from families more often than I could count.
No audio files are required for this resources however you can pick music from the specific genre and then learners can apply the “expected features” to the music.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out.
This bundle includes knowledge organisers and recall packs applying typical questions and content from AOS 2, 3 and 5 of the OCR GCSE Music examination.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Bhangra.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
This Recall Guide goes through the features of the style and common questions asked about that specific genre. It starts with a full knowledge organiser on each topic from the AOS and then removes key information to encourage young people to employ revision/recall skills as well as developing independence. Having activities for learns to complete ensures they are actively engaged in the musical details and building their working memory.
This resource allows students to revise key topics and the opportunity for parents to engage in revision support; a plea I have had from families more often than I could count.
No audio files are required for this resources however you can pick music from the specific genre and then learners can apply the “expected features” to the music.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of the Baroque Concerto - solo/grosso.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 2: The Concerto Through Time.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of the Classical Concerto.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 2: The Concerto Through Time.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Middle Eastern/Arabic Folk (Palestinian/Israeli) music.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Rock n Roll
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 5: Conventions of Pop.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Pop Ballads.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 5: Conventions of Pop.
This Recall Guide goes through the features of the style and common questions asked about that specific genres from this AOS. This topics begins with vocabulary from the language of learning and moves to a full knowledge organiser and then removes key information to encourage young people to employ revision/recall skills as well as developing independence. Having activities for learns to complete ensures they are actively engaged in the musical details and building their working memory.
This resource allows students to revise key topics and the opportunity for parents to engage in revision support; a plea I have had from families more often than I could count.
No audio files are required for this resources however you can pick music from the specific genre and then learners can apply the “expected features” to the music.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of African Drumming.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Calypso - traditional (vocals/band) and steelpans.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Solo Artists.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 5: Conventions of Pop.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of the Romantic Concerto.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 2: Concerto Through Time.
The bundle puts together all PLCs for AOS 5: Conventions of Pop. Purchase this bundle and use on its own or alongside the revision recall packs which are also available on my store.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Samba.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
The bundle puts together all PLCs for AOS 3: Rhythms of the World. Purchase this bundle and use on its own or alongside the revision recall packs which are also available on my store.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of East Mediterranean Folk Music.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Film and Video Game music.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 4: Film Music.
Use the Personalised Learning Checklist (PLC) to support teaching, planning and personal revision. This PLC identifies key areas required to support the listening and analysis of Indian Classical Music.
Use the RAG (Red/Amber/Green) system to identify strengths and areas of improvement for this topic. Date to identify and track knowledge; apply to listening extracts assess. Update PLC and use to inform next steps. The cyclic pattern will support the retention of knowledge.
This resource can be used for planning, assessment, lesson activity or homework.
You can purchase individual musical styles or a bundle covering all topics from AOS 3: Rhythms of the World.
